3579

I have had a few vintage Patek watches on my "watch list" for several years, trying to learn as much as I can about the references before I added one to my collection. Recently, I decided to make an effort to find one for my collection. I came across a be

The Patek Philippe ref. 3579 is rarely seen. Rumours suggest that it was exclusively produced for the Japanese market , with only 200 pieces having left the manufacture over the years, though this hasn't been officially confirmed. The steel case measures

I have to confess that it is a reference I discovered very recently. Credit picture: Christies. 33 mm steel cushion case, manual winding movement, which is surprising for a watch from this era ( 70's ). Funky, yes, but not lacking elegance! Best, nicolas